Leasing Director

Draper and Kramer, Incorporated; Centennial (CO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, Dental, Vision and HSA

Company Paid Life, AD&D, LTD, and STD

PTO

Sick Time

Company Paid Family Leave Program

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job summary

Draper and Kramer, Incorporated, a family-owned real estate and financial services firm, seeks a Leasing Director in Centennial, CO. You will lead the leasing team, drive occupancy, and coordinate marketing initiatives to maximize traffic and renewal rates.

Responsibilities include supervising leasing activities, reviewing applications for compliance, and reporting occupancy trends. A strong background in residential leasing and excellent communication are essential, with Yardi experience

Qualifications

• Experience in residential leasing (3–5 years)
• Familiarity with Yardi software is preferred
• Weekend availability is required
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; high school diploma required

Responsibilities

• Lead and train leasing team to meet occupancy goals
• Oversee leasing activities including tours, applications, and renewals
• Develop marketing and outreach strategies to drive traffic and maximize occupancy
• Ensure compliance with Fair Housing and company policies
• Analyze leasing performance and occupancy trends
• Collaborate with maintenance to ensure unit readiness and positive resident experience

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Weekend availability

Customer service

Education

High school diploma/GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Yardi

Job description

Draper and Kramer is a family owned company with over 130 years of experience providing vertically integrated property and financial services throughout the United States. Specifically, our services include multi-family residential and commercial property management, acquisition, development, debt and equity commercial financing.

We offer opportunities for career advancement, a supportive work environment and competitive benefit packages. We encourage you to learn more about joining the Draper and Kramer team!

The Leasing Director reports directly to the Property Manager and is responsible for overseeing all leasing operations, managing the leasing team, and directing the property's marketing initiatives. This role is accountable for driving leasing performance, maximizing occupancy, and supporting resident retention efforts. The Leasing Director must maintain a strong working knowledge of personnel management, accounting principles, leasing practices, maintenance operations, and resident relations programs. As a representative of the company, they are expected to foster positive relationships with residents, employees, and vendors while consistently demonstrating the organization's values, policies, and professional standards. This position is located in Centennial, CO.

Schedule

• Monday - Friday: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, coach, and supervise the leasing team to ensure exceptional customer service and achievement of occupancy goals.
• Oversee all leasing activities, including prospect management, apartment tours, lease execution, and follow-up communications.
• Partner with the Property Manager to develop and implement marketing, advertising, and outreach strategies to drive traffic and maximize occupancy.
• Review applicant files, verifications, and documentation to ensure compliance with company policies and Fair Housing requirements.
• Monitor vacancy reports, make-ready status, leasing activity, and occupancy trends to ensure accurate reporting and timely leasing of available units.
• Lead resident retention efforts, including renewal outreach programs and resident satisfaction initiatives.
• Collaborate with the Maintenance Supervisor to ensure apartment readiness and support a positive resident experience.
• Develop business and community partnerships, conduct competitive market research, and identify opportunities to increase property visibility and leasing success.
• Analyze leasing performance metrics and make recommendations to improve occupancy, revenue, and customer satisfaction.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies and applicable federal, state, and local housing regulations.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience in residential leasing
• Yardi experience preferred
• Must work be able to work weekends
• High energy, positive and professional demeanor
• Great communication and organizational skills
• High school diploma/GED equivalent; Bachelor’s degree preferred

Compensation

• Salary range for this position: $48,000.00 - $52,000.00
• Leasing Commissions
• Up to 8% Annual Property Management Bonus

Benefits

• 401(k) with a company match
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Health Savings Accounts
• Company Paid Life, AD&D, LTD, and STD
• PTO
• Sick Time
• Company Paid Family Leave Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

It always has been and continues to be Draper and Kramer’s policy that employees should be able to enjoy a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination. All decisions regarding recruiting, hiring, promotion, assignment, training, termination, and other terms and conditions of employment will be made without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, pregnancy, disability, work-related injury, covered veteran status or any other factor that the law protects from employment discrimination.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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